The Hornets extended a fourth-year option on Chris Paul's current three-year contract Sunday that keeps him from becoming a free agent.

"Chris has exceeded all expectations both on and off the court since we drafted him, and we're pleased to have him officially under contract through the 2008-09 season," Bower said in a statement.

Via Times-Picayune

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